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A gilt-bronze chandelier by Gagneau circa 1905
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- 102cm. high, 68cm. diam.; 3ft. 4in., 2ft. 3in.
in Louis XVI style, with a central cut glass baluster and eight scroll branches
Condition
In excellent restored condition. There is one minor problem regarding the pendant glass finial the central section. The wires have become detached and it will need a little attention to rehang the finial.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Maison Gagneau was one of the best known suppliers of chandeliers and lighting equipment from the latter part of the 19th century and first part of the 20th century. They exhibited widely and several examples can be seen in Great Exhibitions 1851-1900, Jonathan Meyer, Antique Collectors' Club, 2006, p. 319. They also supplied chandeliers in partnership with Daum for the French Embassy in Vienna.